Mountain Home News: Local News: Mountain Home teen drowns in Owyhee County (06/30/09)

Garrett Bradshaw

A 17-year-old Mountain Home youth, Garrett Bradshaw, died Monday afternoon when he drowned in the Bruneau River.

Bradshaw was one of four youths that were apparently jumping off some cliffs near the highway just above a low retaining dam on the river, in the Indian Bathtubs area, when he and the other youths were swept over the dam.

According to Harvey Grimme, Owyhee County Coroner, all four of the youths, who were not otherwise identified, were trapped in the turbulence below the dam. "Three of them came out, scared as heck, but he didn't," Grimme said.

However, one of the surviving youths, Grimme said, dove back into the water, found Bradshaw's body, and brought it to shore about 100 feet below the dam.

"He should get a bravery award," Grimme said.

When he arrived, the coroner pronounced Bradshaw dead at the scene.

Grimme said that the area is commonly used by youths for swimming, but the river right now is running "very fast and is very cold."

He is the son of Kathleen Bradshaw of Mountain Home.

A memorial service will be held at Rost Funeral Home, McMurtrey Chapel, on Thursday, July 2, at 10:30 a.m. A viewing will precede the service, beginning at 9 a.m. Arrangements are under the direction of Rost Funeral Home.

Kathleen, Dane, Logan and Kaitlin,

We were in disbelief when we heard about Garrett. We were on vacation in Ohio when it happened, but Yvonne called to let us know. I can only imagine the grief you must be feeling. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Liz & Larry Shaw

-- Posted by Liz & Larry Shaw on Mon, Jul 13, 2009, at 9:45 PM

May the Lord bring you comfort. There is no way for me to fathom your pain. Whoever dove back in to save your son is brave beyond belief. He will need special attention and care as will those other youths that survived. I pray, Kathleen that you will find strength and comfort in reaching out to them. While this youth wasn't able to save him, he brought your Garrett back and will need you to help him through his grief which will in turn help you through yours. I am so glad that you are surrounded by a community of caring people. With support, you will heal. With compassion, you will do tremendous things to help your son's friends heal. Garrett will be proud.

-- Posted by kimkovac on Sun, Jul 5, 2009, at 10:38 AM

My thoughts to you also Kathleen, I've lost one too, and I can feel it all over again.

Jessie

-- Posted by jessiemiller on Fri, Jul 3, 2009, at 7:15 PM

Kathleen, We cannot even begin to understand the pain that you and your family are suffering. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. If there is anything that you need, please let us know.

Shannon & Tracy Rice

-- Posted by Tracy_Rice on Wed, Jul 1, 2009, at 11:27 AM

God Bless you and your family Kathy,I have also had a son taken from me early and know the pain. Let your friends and loved ones comfort you now. Love ya girl, Lori S.

-- Posted by Moanah on Wed, Jul 1, 2009, at 3:11 AM

I am soooo sorry for this horrible loss. I can't imagine what you must be going through. You are and will be in my thoughts and prayers everyday. Even though you don't know me personnally I will always be there for you praying that your sorrow is comforted by the memories you have and the hope that you will once again see him.

-- Posted by barbrussell on Tue, Jun 30, 2009, at 11:28 PM

Kathy and to Garrett's friends and family, my heart goes out to you. My son played football with Garrett and they were good friends. I can not even imagine the complete loss these other boys that were with Garrett at the "cliffs" must feel and Garrett's mother grief. My heart aches for you. I will hug my sons a lil more everyday. My prayers are with you and your family and everyone that will miss this young man.

-- Posted by MamabearTo3 on Tue, Jun 30, 2009, at 8:45 PM

Kathy I am sorry for your loss, what can someone say at a time like this. Please just remember God only takes the special ones early, so he was special in Gods eyes also. He is holding gods hand right now and the lord will guide him , to the rest waiting for him. I hope you may find some comfort in knowing that. May the Lord Bless and keep you always. Janet & Dennis Ouderkirk

-- Posted by Janet Ouderkirk on Tue, Jun 30, 2009, at 5:14 PM

I am very sorry for your loss, he was a great kid, and you and him will be in my thoughts and prayers.

-- Posted by georgia18mae on Tue, Jun 30, 2009, at 3:33 PM

I am very very sorry for your lost he will be greatly missed. You and him are in my thoughts and prayers always. Love Georgia, from Mountain Home, ID

-- Posted by georgia18mae on Tue, Jun 30, 2009, at 3:32 PM

Kathleen,

i'm really really sorry for your loss.

you are in my thoughts and prayers

Skyler

-- Posted by skylermax on Tue, Jun 30, 2009, at 2:01 PM

We are so sorry for your loss. We will greatly miss Garrett.

you are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Specialty Clinic

-- Posted by lilami4crst on Tue, Jun 30, 2009, at 1:51 PM